Chapter 924
Chapter 924
As Josie vanished from sight, Candice retrieved her phone, promptly settling the bill for the two coffees before departing herself.
On her way back to the office, she couldn’t resist glancing at her phone to check the date.
With the wedding arranged by the Hoffis family for Josie and Elio just over 20 days away, the pressure on Josie must have been mounting.
Despite this, Candice’s inner resolve rang clear. “As long as Elio remains unattached and still wishes to marry me, I’ll hold firm in my carefree, love-struck state, regardless of others’ opinions.”
However, there was one thing she couldn’t tolerate-betrayal.
As the evening approached and the workday persisted, Candice’s phone buzzed with a message from Jasper.
“Candice, I’ve received orders from Uncle Elio. Starting today, I won’t be able to give you rides home. He’ll be handling that instead.”
Candice swiftly replied, “But we travel the same route, unlike him.”
Jasper responded, “That’s true, but he’s the one calling the shots.”
Undeterred, Candice insisted, “Wait for me after work. I’ll have a conversation with him to clear things up.”
Without a moment’s hesitation, Candice pressed the call button, swiftly dialing Elio’s number. After just two rings, Elio answered, his voice gentle as he greeted, “Hey, Candice.”
“Elio, there’s really no need for you to chauffeur me. It makes more sense for me to commute with Jasper,” Candice asserted firmly.
Following a brief pause, Elio spoke up, “I was contemplating that we could benefit from spending more time together. Considering your busy schedule and my own commitments- Candice swiftly cut in, “Hey, your time is precious. Let’s not rush things. We have our entire lives ahead of us. There’s no need to fret over every single moment.”
Nevertheless, Elio’s concern lingered-he worried they wouldn’t have ample opportunity to nurture their relationship further, especially with the recent disruption to their wedding plans. “Candice, Flic murmured.
“Yes?”
“Where are you?”
“I’m still at the office,” Candice replied.
“Okay, I’ll have Jasper take care of your commute, but I really want to see you right now,” Ellio expressed earnestly.
Anxiously, Candice checked her phone. It was already 5:00 pm. Lifting her gaze, she scanned the entire office.
The news of her engagement had circulated among her colleagues, especially following the distribution of her engagement treats. If Elio were to appear at that moment, their
relationship could easily be exposed.
“Wait there,” Candice urged, quickly rising from her seat and rushing toward the elevator doors. “I’ll go to you.”
“Okay,” Elio replied softly.
And with that, the call ended.
Elio stood patiently by the elevator, awaiting Candice’s amval.
Suddenly, the elevator bell chimed.
Elio’s eyes gleamed with tendemess, a gentle smile gracing his features.
With anticipation coursing through him, he awaited the opportunity to meet Candice. Nevertheless, his smile waned as he caught sight of the woman inside the elevator.
Having known Elio for over two decades, Josie witnessed a side of him she had never seen before-a tenderness that took her by surprise.
Overflowing with excitement, she stepped out, her heart dancing with joy. “Hi Leo,’ she greeted cheerfully.
Ella’s demeanor shifted subtly, his tone becoming more subdued. “What brings you here?” he asked.
Moving closer to him, Josie remarked, “I just happened to be in the area and thought I’d stop by to see you.”
Holding out the candies she brought, she continued, “These are from Candice.”
Elio couldn’t help but smile knowingly as he looked at the engagement treats.
To be honest, she’s still so immature,” Josie sighed, her frustration palpable. “Can you believe she’s been flaunting her engagement to the CEO of ND Group around the office?
“Now, it’s the topic of conversation in her entire department, and it’s definitely not painting a good picture for the company.”
Although he was inwardly thrilled, Elio maintained a composed demeanor and asked, “Did she really do that?”
Josie nodded in confirmation. “Yes, she did.”
Elio cast his gaze downward, concealing his joy.
It was evident that Candice was even more excited than he was.
She had only shared their engagement treats with the design department. It occurred to Elio that he might have underestimated the demand. He should have prepared a larger quantity so that all employees in the company could enjoy them.
At that moment, the elevator bell chimed once more, and the doors glided open.
Candice froze as she stepped out, visibly surprised.
Standing by the elevator doors, her attention remained locked on the two figures nearby.
The unexpected sight of Elio and Josie standing together was undoubtedly unsettling.